Nikon L19 vs Pentax E90

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon L19 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L19 (8MP) and the E90 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the L19 (1/2.5") and E90 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The L19 was released 11 months earlier than the E90 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the L19 scores versus the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L19 features outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the L19 against the E90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L19 and E90.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L19 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax E90 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.